1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 23 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Mustang | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Mustang | VIP |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
